Our People

When you choose Strongtower Financial, you’re choosing direct access to experienced professionals in the financial services industry. But we’re more than industry professionals, we’re individuals with a passion for serving faith-based organizations and individuals.

Chester Reid, President: Mr. Reid joined Strongtower Financial in 1992, bringing seven years of agribusiness experience and eleven years of pastoral experience to the firm. Under Mr. Reid’s leadership, the firm registered as a FINRA broker-dealer and in 1994 completed its first public offering of church bonds. Since joining the company, Strongtower Financial has enjoyed its best financial performance to date, both in underwriting volumes and earnings.

Mr. Reid’s FINRA registrations include Series 24, 27, 62, and 63.

Thomas Fontana, Chief Investment Banking Officer: Mr. Fontana joined Strongtower Financial in 1996, bringing with him 20 years of experience in commercial and residential real estate. During that time, he also served as a Deacon and Elder within his church of membership. Since joining the firm, he has spearheaded an explosion in underwriting volume, pioneering innovative relationships with other financial institutions that have facilitated immediate funding for issuers.

Mr. Fontana holds FINRA Series 24, 7, and 63 registrations, as well as over two-dozen separate certifications from real estate, development, and banking accrediting bodies.

James H. Overholt, Chief Investment Officer: Mr. Overholt joined Strongtower Financial in 2006, bringing with him more than 25 years of experience in the financial services industry. During his career, he has served as the chief executive for some of the largest and most successful companies in the financial industry. In addition to his extensive investment, insurance and capital management experience, he has always been active in ministry including most recently serving as the Executive Director of Mission America Coalition.

Joseph W. Turner, Jr., LUTCF, RIA, Regional Vice President - Financial Services: Mr. Turner joined Strongtower Financial in March of 2007, bringing with him just over 18 years of experience in the Financial Services industry. After spending two years in banking, Mr. Turner spent the next 8 years building a financial services practice. In 1997, he transitioned into the Managing Director role for a Fortune 100 financial services company. Mr. Turner is involved with several Church ministries, including The Good News Club, an on campus Bible Study for children in the Clovis Unified School District.

Mr. Turner holds the following registrations: FINRA Series 7, 66, 65, 63, 24, 51 and the California Life and Disability license. He also is licensed in 16 other states. Mr. Turner is married and has two children.


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	Our People			When you choose Strongtower Financial, you’re choosing direct access to experienced professionals in the financial services industry. But we’re more than industry professionals, we’re individuals with a passion for serving faith-based organizations and individuals. Chester Reid, President: Mr. Reid joined Strongtower Financial in 1992, bringing seven years of agribusiness experience and eleven years of pastoral experience to the firm. Under Mr. Reid’s leadership, the firm registered as a FINRA broker-dealer and in 1994 completed its first public offering of church bonds. Since joining the company, Strongtower Financial has enjoyed its best financial performance to date, both in underwriting volumes and earnings. Mr. Reid’s FINRA registrations include Series 24, 27, 62, and 63. Thomas Fontana, Chief Investment Banking Officer: Mr. Fontana joined Strongtower Financial in 1996, bringing with him 20 years of experience in commercial and residential real estate. During that time, he also served as a Deacon and Elder within his church of membership. Since joining the firm, he has spearheaded an explosion in underwriting volume, pioneering innovative relationships with other financial institutions that have facilitated immediate funding for issuers. Mr. Fontana holds FINRA Series 24, 7, and 63 registrations, as well as over two-dozen separate certifications from real estate, development, and banking accrediting bodies. James H. Overholt, Chief Investment Officer: Mr. Overholt joined Strongtower Financial in 2006, bringing with him more than 25 years of experience in the financial services industry. During his career, he has served as the chief executive for some of the largest and most successful companies in the financial industry. In addition to his extensive investment, insurance and capital management experience, he has always been active in ministry including most recently serving as the Executive Director of Mission America Coalition. Joseph W. Turner, Jr., LUTCF, RIA, Regional Vice President - Financial Services: Mr. Turner joined Strongtower Financial in March of 2007, bringing with him just over 18 years of experience in the Financial Services industry. After spending two years in banking, Mr. Turner spent the next 8 years building a financial services practice. In 1997, he transitioned into the Managing Director role for a Fortune 100 financial services company. Mr. Turner is involved with several Church ministries, including The Good News Club, an on campus Bible Study for children in the Clovis Unified School District. Mr. Turner holds the following registrations: FINRA Series 7, 66, 65, 63, 24, 51 and the California Life and Disability license. He also is licensed in 16 other states. Mr. Turner is married and has two children.